The New Jersey Department of Tourism has compiled a list of 20 great waterfalls you and your family to visit during the spring and summer months. Below you can find the information provided by the New Jersey Department of Tourism.
Our “Garden State” is known for rolling farmland, green pastures and blooming orchards. While you can certainly find those panoramas dotting New Jersey, there is also an abundance of natural wonders to be discovered—including 20 waterfalls you’re sure to love.
Apshawa Preserve Falls, West Milford |Nestled into the 594-acreApshawa Preserve, these falls are created by natural cascades along Apshawa Brook. The preserve is an idyllic destination for hikers, birders and nature enthusiasts.
Boonton Falls, Boonton |Witness the might of the Rockaway River at Boonton Falls, located at the north end ofGrace Lord Park.Blast from the Past: Spot historical ruins of the industrial sites that were long-ago powered by the falls.
Bridal Veil Falls, North Haledon |Located on the outskirts of the William Paterson University campus,Bridal Veil Fallsfreefall 40 feet into a sandstone quarry. In freezing temperatures, the falls resemble an icy fortress.
Buttermilk Falls, Layton |Hike the 1.4-mileButtermilk Falls Trailin theDelaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. In addition to ascending 1,104 feet high, you’ll get a breathtaking view of Buttermilk Falls.
Chikahoki Falls, Bloomingdale |In the heart ofNorvin Green State Forestlies Chikahoki Falls, along with woodlands and rocky vistas.Helpful Hint: Make sure tomapout your journey and choose your happytrails.
Dunnfield Creek Falls, Columbia |Discover this waterfall atWorthington State Forest. Follow theDunnfield Creek Trailto spy several small waterfalls along with a natural glacial lake.
Greenbrook Falls, Tenafly |Become a Palisades Nature Associationmemberto access the 165-acreGreenbrook Sanctuaryand see the 250-foot-high waterfall as it tumbles into the Hudson River.
Hacklebarney State Park Falls, Long Valley |Experience the great outdoors atHacklebarney State Parkacross itsnine trails.Top Tip: The Riverside and Waterfall Trails offer the best waterfall views.
Hemlock Falls, Millburn |The 25-foot-high Hemlock Falls is buried deep in the woods atSouth Mountain Reservation. Though you’ll feel a world away from it all, you can also take in the NYC vistas from its eastern ridge.
Laurel Falls, Columbia |Find this rocky cascade inWorthington State Forestwhen you set a course for the 1.7-mileDouglas Trail.
Paterson Great Falls, Paterson |AtPaterson Great Falls National Historical Park, the Passaic River plunges 77 feet over basalt cliffs that have remained virtually unchanged over 12,000 – 14,000 years.
Ramapo Falls, Mahwah |At 4,000 acres,Ramapo Valley County Reservationis Bergen’s largest park area. Find your way to the waterfalls via theVista Loop.
Schooley’s Mountain Falls, Long Valley |You don’t have to hike very far intoSchooley’s Mountain County Parkto get a big payoff—just follow the blueFalling Waters Trail, less than half a mile from the trailhead.
Silver Spray Falls, Layton |The lesser-known of theDelaware Water Gap National Recreation Area’swaterfalls, this cascade is sometimes called “Hidden Falls.”Insider Insight: FromButtermilk Falls Parking Lot, walk a half mile north on Mountain Road to an unmarked trailhead—placing you just a quarter-mile from Silver Spray Falls.
Stepping Stone Falls, Branchville |Witness fresh water spilling down a natural staircase inStokes State Forest. You’ll want to follow the 2.8-mileStony Brook Trailto experience Stepping Stone Falls.
Tillman Ravine Falls, Branchville |Another must-hike site inStokes State Forestis theTillman Ravine Trail, featuring classic cascades as well as “the teacup” (foundhere), a geological feature formed by swirling water, sand and rock.
Tumble Falls, series of waterfalls betweenFrenchtownandStockton|Following Route 29, one of the most scenic roadways in New Jersey, you’ll find this trio ofwaterfallsalong your drive.
Van Campen Glen Falls, Warren |Follow the Van Campen Glen Trail (see #13 onthis map) in theDelaware Water Gap National Recreation Areato discover these falls.
Watchung Reservation Waterfall, Mountainside |Embark on a relatively flat, family-friendly hike—complete with waterfall views—on theLake Surprise LoopinWatchung Reservation.
Wyanokie Falls, Ringwood |FollowNorvin Green State Forest’s1.3-mileRoomy Mine Trailto traverse the Blue Mine Brook, which cascades at the falls and flows south to Wanaque Reservoir.